Project Manager

Kénora; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 109,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kenora is seeking a Project Manager to lead engineering design and construction for capital and operational projects in Kenora, Ontario. You will ensure safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with consultants and contractors.

Responsibilities include scope development, design reviews, procurement, budgeting, progress reporting, and change management, with a focus on delivering municipal projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Architecture, Engineering, Building Sciences, or related field.
• Professional designation in a technical association is an asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience; municipal environment preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year supervising staff is considered an asset.
• Must possess valid ‘G’ class Ontario driver’s license.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and collaborate with consultants.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation such as OHSA, Ontario Building Code, and OPS.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and related project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and project management on engineering design and construction.
• Develop initial project scope and engage consultants for design work.
• Review architectural and engineering designs using professional judgment.
• Manage procurement per City policy; coordinate with consultants on templates.
• Oversee project budgets, pre-construction estimates, and funding tracking.
• Oversee construction and contract administration to ensure conformance.
• Host startup and progress meetings with consultants and contractors.
• Lead change management; review changes and obtain approvals.
• Prepare project progress reports as required.
• Monitor schedules and budgets proactively.
• Review and approve contractor progress claims.
• Conduct on-site inspections of municipal infrastructure.
• Manage a project coordinator with guidance and performance management.
• Assist in capital budget planning and future estimates.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external partners.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Architecture

Engineering

Building Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Kenora

External Job Posting

Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating and embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Kenora, Ontario

Division: Capital Projects Delivery

Type: Full Time | Permanent. This is an existing vacancy.

Salary: PM 05 $109,394 - $128,378 per year

Closing Date: October 2, 2026

Please note that we encourage early applications as we may proceed with interviews and make offers to exceptional candidates before the closing date.

Under the guidance of the General Manager of Capital Projects Delivery, the Project Manager is responsible for providing leadership and project management expertise on engineering design and construction assignments related to capital and operational projects. The Project Manager will ensure that the design and execution of projects protects public safety by meeting the City’s, engineering, and legislative standards. The position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

The Project Manager will:

• Work on a variety of repair, renewal, and replacement projects spanning every aspect of the City operations, including but not limited to Facilities, Bridges, Parks, Docks, Roads, Wastewater Collection & Treatment, Water Treatment & Distribution, Stormwater Collection, Solid Waste.
• Develop an initial project scope and engage with qualified consultants to undertake project design.
• Review architectural and engineering designs using professional acumen.
• Manage procurement activities in accordance with the City’s Procurement Policy using a variety of methods including requests for quotation, invitations to tender, and requests for proposals. This includes coordinating with consultants to ensure compliance with City templates and procurement requirements as well as reviewing submissions.
• Manage project financials including the preparation of initial project budget, pre-construction estimates, financial tracking, and supporting external funding.
• Oversee the construction and contract administration of municipal projects to ensure conformity with the design, City policies and by-laws, and the management of associated financial securities.
• Host project startup meetings and participate in subsequent progress meetings with consultants and contractors.
• Lead the change management process on all projects including coordination with consultants and contractors, review of change documents and costs, and submitting changes for approval.
• Prepare project progress reports as required.
• Proactively monitor project schedules and budgets.
• Review and approve contractor progress claims.
• Conduct on-site inspections and assessments of municipal infrastructure in a construction environment.
• Manage a project coordinator, including professional guidance and performance management.
• Assist in the capital budget process by providing recommendations based on field work, infrastructure review, and report findings. Assist with future project budget estimates.
• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of consultants, contractors, colleagues, elected officials, and other internal and external clients and partners.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Architecture, Engineering, Building Sciences, or other related field. Equivalent education and/or working experience may be considered.
• Professional designation in a technical association such as a Professional Engineer, Architect, Certified Engineering Technologist, etc is considered an asset.
• Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience, preferably in a municipal environment and/or with municipal infrastructure.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience supervising staff is considered an asset.
• Must possess valid ‘G’ class Ontario driver’s license or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing technical studies, specifications, and drawings
• Thorough knowledge of construction project management practices across all project phases.
• Ability to interpret, read, comprehend and convey information from engineering and construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Familiarity or experience directing the work of consultants and contractors.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation such as the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario Construction Act, Ontario Building Code, Transportation Association of Canada guidelines, Ontario Provincial Standards, the Safe Drinking Water Act.
• Ability to deal with sensitive or confidential matters with tact, discretion, and diplomacy.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, partners, and the general public.
• Excellent computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills with an ability to complete a high volume of work with accuracy and within prescribed deadlines.

Successful candidates will be required to submit a criminal record check and professional references.

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process.
Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.